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Wesley Kopp Obituary

WESLEY RYAN KOPP HAMMOND, IN Wesley Ryan Kopp, age 35, of Hammond entered into eternal life on Tuesday, March 24, 2015. He is survived by his loving wife, Amanda J. Kopp (nee, Gordon); father, Ronald Kopp; one brother, Ron Kopp; one sister, Robin Bartel; nephew: Timmy, Nick and Jesse, whom he loved as if they were his own sons. Preceded in death by his mother, Gail Kopp. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, March 27, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at Bocken Funeral Home, 7042 Kennedy Avenue, Hammond (Hessville) with Pastor Charlie Seminara officiating. Private cremation will follow the service. Friends are invited to meet with the family for a time of visitation on Friday evening, March 27, 2015 at Bocken Funeral Home from 4:00 p.m. until the service at 7:00 p.m. Wes was a lifetime resident of the Calumet Area, a graduate of Morton High School and Purdue Calumet. He was an H & R Block professional and a devoted Bears, Blackhawk and Chicago Cubs fan. "Go Cubbies". Wes loved the Lord and volunteered his time as a teacher at Hessville Bible Church School. He enjoyed listening to gospel and country music and was an avid walker. He had a great sense of humor and was very compassionate and kind person always ready to help someone in need. Wes was a loving and devoted husband, son, brother and uncle who will be dearly missed by all who knew him. For more information you may call Bocken Funeral Home at (219) 844-1600 or visit us at: www.bockenfunerals.com

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Published by The Times on Mar. 26, 2015.

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Cindy Pecka

March 27, 2015

Amanda my thoughts and prayers are with you. Wes loved you so much and he was so lucky to have you. Thank you God for Wes's life. He was and will always be a great man, great husband and an angel. Sending you love from Morris IL

Juanita Smith

March 27, 2015

God be with the Kopp family and grant them peace at this time

Tammy Paper

March 27, 2015

You will be missed from your HR Block family

March 27, 2015

Amanda.My prayers and thoughts are with you doing this difficult time. Love You.
Your Aunt Virginia Gordon Hall

Kathy (Bline) Bonewits

March 27, 2015

His sister and I were friends in school. I knew Wes when he was little. He will be greatly missed. My condolences go out to his entire family.

Terry Casica

March 27, 2015

Dear Amanda, our deepest sympathies are with you at this time. I met Wes once and he was a happy guy and seemed to be very content. We are so sorry for your loss. Terry+Bernadette Casica.

Brian Isom

March 27, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. Wes was a great,compassionate guy. My thoughts, and prayers are with the family.

Jessyca Brogden

March 27, 2015

Amanda I don't know you I went to school bible club and warriors for Christ with Wes when we were teenagers. My heart goes out to you and Wes's family I pray that God give you guys peace and comfort in this tragic time. He was a good guy!

Felecia Bailey (Smith)

March 27, 2015

I'm so sorry! Wishing you strength and comfort during this time. He was such a sweet man.

Ben S

March 27, 2015

I have many find memories of Wes from tee ball to high school. Wes seemed to be relentlessly forgiving and would be sweet to people, even when they deserved less. My thoughts are with you and your family Wes-man

Cathy and Sandy

March 26, 2015

Our deepest sympathies to you as you grieve Wes' untimely passing.

Amanda Bosworth

March 26, 2015

Amanda, I am so sorry that you have lost your love. I'm thinking about you.
Love, Amanda Bosworth, Your Old Roommate

March 26, 2015

Wesley was the sweetest and most caring person. He will be missed. Our deepest heartfelt sympathies are with the family.
Lucy, Joe & Karli

Regina Jones

March 26, 2015

# 2

Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord,
and let perpetual light shine upon them.
May they rest in peace.
Amen

Jill & Jerry Gazdziak

March 26, 2015

Prayers and Love to Amanda and for the family Wes left behind... Being a CUBS fan means coming to grips with a whole lot of losses, but you certainly won this one, Wes - homerun - game won - crossing home plate and right into Jesus' arms! God bless you, Amanda, in the days to come.

Chris Alston

March 26, 2015

Wes we had good times at the church (school) always a good time with you going to miss you glad I got a chance to see you when you both came to eat at the barrel may you be at peace

Robbin Stevenson

March 26, 2015

Amanda we are deeply saddened for you and so sorry, we love u guys so much, Wes was such a special guy and we are so thankful for the time you had with him, you were a wonderful wife and we pray for strength for you, for you to feel God's supernatural peace and comfort in the days ahead. We are so thankful to know Wes loved his Lord and Saviour and was a true believer and follower of Jesus Christ. We know he is celebrating and in the presence of his Saviour right now. Praying for you and we want to be there for you, we love u and lift you up before our Heavenly Father.

Jim hines

March 26, 2015

sorry for your loss Wesley was a good friend he will be missed my prayers goes out the kopp family

Albert & Kathy Guzman

March 26, 2015

Wesley may now rest in Gods arms in his heavenly kingdom. And may your family look to God for help, guidance and strength during this most difficult time.

March 26, 2015

so sorry for your loss. prayers with u and your family. may wesley r.i.p.

Mario Contreras

March 26, 2015

We'll see you in heaven my cousin.
You tried hard, found GOD & Love. In my book you did good.
Matthew 25:21(KJV)
21 His lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.

Jennifer Dinelli

March 26, 2015

This makes it more real. My heart hurts for us all who now have to live without you. Shine that light bright my friend.

Gina Churnovic

March 26, 2015

Your smile and laugh truly brightened up the room! You will be missed dearly, but i know you are among the best in heaven...Say Hi to Num Num, Your mom, Aunt Joy, and Jeff for me! Love you! My deepest prayers and thoughts are with your family!

AJ Papay

March 26, 2015

Rip to loving friend uncle husband its been along time since i seen himbut i pray for his family n the rest of our family that we can all remain strong n remember his life love you uncle Wes n god bless n god rest your soul

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